Occupational Therapy Education
KU's occupational therapy programs are nationally recognized for excellence as a leader in education and research in the field. The Department of Occupational Therapy Education resides in the KU School of Health Professions and is located on the KU Medical Center campus in Kansas City, Kansas. The department offers three degree programs:
With KU's transition to the clinical doctorate, applicants are no longer accepted for the master's program. The last class of students in this program will graduate in 2021.
Program details
Students wanting to enter the profession of occupational therapy enter this 3-year doctoral degree program after acquiring a bachelor's degree at KU or another institution. Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination to obtain OT licensure.
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This online doctoral program is designed for practicing occupational therapists who want to pursue the highest level of advanced practice. A degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program, a master’s degree, and current license to practice as an occupational therapist are required for admission.
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Ph.D. in Therapeutic Science With an emphasis on understanding the consequences of health conditions for the person, rather than the health condition itself, therapeutic science is an interdisciplinary program that involves faculty in a variety of departments and schools across the University of Kansas.
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Student outcomes are available for the master's degree program.
Last modified:
Feb 12, 2021